Raymond Weil Geneve Dress Watch with Diamond Bezel
Dress Watch · Raymond Weil (Independent Geneva-based manufacturer, accessible luxury tier)
Period: Modern Luxury (1980s-1990s)
Type
Dress Watch
Brand
Raymond Weil (Independent Geneva-based manufacturer, accessible luxury tier)
Movement
Quartz analog movement
Dimensions
Case diameter: 32mm, Case thickness: 6mm, Lug-to-lug: 38mm, Lug width: 16mm
Description
An elegant and sophisticated dress watch from Raymond Weil featuring a radiant gold dial contrasted by a sparkling gemstone-set bezel. Designed for formal wear, its ultra-slim profile and classic proportions allow it to slide effortlessly beneath a dress cuff while maintaining a striking visual presence.
Key Features
Pavé-set crystal/diamond bezel, minimalist gold sunburst dial, ultra-slim case profile, classic integrated straight lugs
Dial Description
Gold sunburst dial with minimalist design, slender dauphine hands, printed Raymond Weil Geneve logo and RW monogram at 12 o'clock, devoid of hour markers for a clean aesthetic
Case Material
Gold-plated stainless steel with high-polished finish
Crystal Type
Flat mineral crystal
Bezel Details
Fixed round bezel heavily pavé-set with brilliant-cut cubic zirconia or diamond accents
Crown & Pushers
Small push-pull crown located at the 3 o'clock position
Bracelet or Strap
Black genuine leather strap with an alligator texture and a gold-plated pin buckle
Caseback Details
Snap-on stainless steel case back with engraved brand details and reference information
Movement Type
Quartz analog movement
Water Resistance
30 meters (3 ATM), suitable only for accidental splashes and rain; not recommended for swimming or showering
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made, Geneva, Switzerland, featuring a Swiss quartz movement
Age Estimate
Circa late 1980s to 1990s production
Cultural Significance
Represents the accessible luxury watch boom of the late 20th century, offering high-fashion dress aesthetics inspired by classic Geneva high-horology design codes at an approachable price point
Condition Notes
Good vintage condition with minor signs of wear on the gold plating and noticeable cracking/wear on the original leather strap near the lugs
Value Estimate
Estimated secondary market value between $150 and $400 USD depending on whether the stones are genuine diamonds or crystals and overall condition
Care & Maintenance
Replace battery as needed to prevent leakage, avoid water immersion due to vintage seals, store in a dry environment away from strong magnetic fields, and replace the worn leather strap
Similar Watches
Cartier Must de Tank, Omega De Ville, Movado Museum Classic, Frederique Constant Slimline
Interesting Facts
Raymond Weil is one of the few remaining independent family-owned Swiss watch brands, widely known for blending classical music inspiration with sophisticated Swiss watchmaking aesthetics